2026 Milan-Cortina Paralympic Winter Games: Nine Swiss Athletes Go for Gold – Must-See Highlights
Just about a year to go, and then it's showtime: from 6 to 15 March 2026, the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will be held in Milan and Cortina. The anticipation is building – and Switzerland is sending a small but highly motivated team into the race. Nine athletes will be flying our flag, and I'm convinced they'll give us plenty of goosebump moments.
Take, for instance, the Para snowboarder who suffered a horrific accident a few years ago. Many would have given up, but he fought his way back – with one clear goal: "I want to be the best." That's exactly the attitude that defines our entire team. Alongside him, eight other Swiss athletes will be vying for medals in disciplines like Alpine skiing, biathlon, and snowboard. I've followed them over the past months, watched them train – the potential is enormous.
Three dates you absolutely must circle in red
The schedule for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games is packed with thrilling finals. Here are three days you should mark in your calendar if you want to catch Swiss medal chances live:
- Day 1 – The Kick-Off: It all starts on the very first day with the Alpine skiing downhills and the initial biathlon races. Our speed specialists are always good for a surprise on the fast slopes of Lombardy. The Day 1 highlights promise to be spine-tingling – stay tuned to see if that first podium finish happens on opening day.
- Day 4 – Downhill Thriller in Cortina: On the fourth day of competition, the spotlight is on the men's and women's downhills. In Cortina, they'll be racing down icy slopes, demanding nerves of steel and top-notch skill. Just the right kind of course for our top guns. The Day 4 highlights will reveal who masters the piste best.
- Day 7 – Boardercross Showdown: And then there's Day 7, when the snowboard cross finals take place. Our comeback king will give it his all to make his gold medal dream a reality. I've watched him train – he's faster than ever. The Day 7 highlights will be a celebration for all snowboard fans.
Milan and Cortina: A stage for big emotions
The venues for the Paralympic Winter Games – Milan Cortina 2026 (ITA) couldn't be more different: glamorous Milan, Italy's fashion capital, meets charming Cortina in the Dolomites. Together, they provide the perfect backdrop for stories of passion, fighting spirit, and triumph. The Italians are known for their enthusiasm – I'm sure the stadiums will be rocking. And our Swiss fans will be giving it their all to cheer the team on loudly.
So, set your alarms, plan your evenings – these are Games we won't forget anytime soon. Behind every medal is a story worth telling. I'm looking forward to ten unforgettable days – and I hope you are too. Let's go, Switzerland!